Fellowship
2027 Doctoral Personnel Awards for Indigenous Scholars
Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada and Brain Canada Foundation
- Up to CA$120,000
- PhD
- Canada
- Apply directly
About
Stipend support for research on cardiovascular or cerebrovascular health, including related neurological conditions, at eligible Canadian institutions. The award provides up to CAD 40,000 per year for up to 3 years, totalling CAD 120,000. The scheduled funding start is 1 September 2027.
Eligibility
Covers: Up to CAD 40,000/year for 3 years (CAD 120,000 total). Trainee stipend.
Research, degree or fellowship and supervisor must be based at an eligible Canadian institution.
Nationality or residence: Canadian citizens, permanent residents or Protected Persons under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
Self-identification as First Nations, Inuit and/or Métis is required. Enrolled in or applying for a full-time Canadian doctoral programme starting by 30 September 2027. Normally within five years of programme entry, with eligible interruptions. An identified Canadian supervisor is required. Applicant/supervisor tobacco-industry funding exclusions apply. Register by noon ET on 28 January; applications and reference letters are due at 3 pm ET that day.
Source: braincanada.ca